Procurement Manager

kubik inc

$120K — $140K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years managing a procurement team
  • Preferred experience sourcing for production or fabrication
  • Deep understanding of procurement's role in production environments
  • Proven success in contract negotiation and vendor management
  • Knowledge of global suppliers and sourcing channels
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and a natural problem solver

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute cost-saving procurement strategies
  • Lead the full RFP process across North America
  • Negotiate contracts for optimal price, quality, and service
  • Manage organizational spend and strengthen vendor partnerships
  • Implement process improvements for efficiency and cost reduction
  • Collaborate with departments to address needs proactively
  • Monitor market trends and global supply insights
  • Lead and mentor a small procurement team

Benefits

  • Opportunity to rebuild and elevate the procurement function
  • Shaping strategy and improving processes
  • Strengthening partnerships that impact the bottom line
  • Collaborative work environment with passionate teams
  • Opportunity to tackle complex challenges
Full Job Description
What You'll Lead

  • Develop and execute procurement strategies that drive cost savings without compromising quality
  • Lead the full RFP process for all goods and services (excluding labour) across North America
  • Negotiate contracts to secure the best possible price, quality, and service
  • Manage organizational spend and strengthen vendor partnerships that fuel our builds
  • Implement process improvements that elevate efficiency and reduce costs
  • Collaborate with every department to understand needs and plan proactively
  • Stay plugged into market trends, materials, and global supply insights
  • Lead and mentor a small procurement team, providing guidance on best practices and workload management


Who You Are

You're the kind of person who sees procurement as a strategic advantage, not a back-office function. You love the thrill of a good negotiation, the satisfaction of solving a sourcing challenge, and the impact of building strong vendor relationships.

  • 5+ years managing a procurement team
  • Experience sourcing for production or fabrication (trade show booths, museum interiors, architectural components, luxury retail fixtures) is a big plus
  • Deep understanding of procurement's role in production environments
  • Proven success in contract negotiation, cost-reduction, and vendor management
  • Knowledge of global suppliers, materials, and sourcing channels
  • Excellent communicator and collaborator
  • Organized, detail-driven, and a natural problem solver
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Resourceful, positive, and genuinely enjoys working with people


Why You'll Love This Role

You'll have the opportunity to rebuild and elevate our procurement function - shaping strategy, improving processes, and strengthening partnerships that directly impact our bottom line. You'll work with passionate teams, tackle complex challenges, and have fun doing it.

Compensation: $120,000 - $140,000

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To learn more visit us at:

www.thinkubik.com.

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